This past week's hiking adventures ended up to be far from what was expected this time last week...
First off, Bob sent everyone an email in the middle of the week stating that he needed to tie up some loose ends before he was able to continue hiking with us. Deb replied back with the sentiment of everyone in our group saying that we are all rooting for him, and are hoping for his quick return. A hike without our Billy Goat Gruff just wouldn't be the same.
And also, on Saturday evening, Deb got a call from Rob saying that neither of the Noblick's will be able to make the hike this week. A dilemma has ensued! Since Deb and I had plans to meet my brother Rich at his house to help him with some computer issues after our adventures, we invited him to join us. We have averted a catastrophe!
We decided to hike the same trail that I missed a few week's back, the infamous Lantern Hill hike that I heard so much about. Since it was close by, and we needed to be at Rich's house before 12:30, Lantern Hill seemed the perfect choice. Rich, his daughter Ashlyn, and their dog Libby joined Deb and I for a very clear, crisp, and cool day of hiking.
We began our assent up Lantern Hill and ran out of breath fairly quickly. Once we reached the top we took some pictures, and continued on. We eventually made our way toward the North Stonington dump, across the street and back into the woods, and over to the bridge which traverses a small dam. While Libby cooled off in the water, Ashlyn was mentioning to Deb that she would rather turn around and go back then continue to the next hill, as planned. She was not enjoying herself as much as she thought she would have, so we headed back. We eventually made our way back to the dump, where we made another shortcut, and walked the road back to the cars to help make the day as enjoyable as possible for everyone. We definitely didn't do anywhere near 8 or 9 miles like we usually do, but we did get in a good 4 1/2 or 5.
We ate lunch at Rich's house, and played with their computer... It was a very full, and satisfying day.
Next week Deb would still like to do what we planned for this week, that trail in Middletown she found next to the Connecticut Trail and Park Association.
Have a great Thanksgiving everyone, and Happy Hiking,
See everyone next week,
Joe
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